King's Awakening-Chapter 715 - : Anomalies Happen!
Chapter 715: Chapter 715: Anomalies Happen!
Upon hearing White Mitchell’s voice, the Red Fire Azure Bird nearly rolled its eyes back into its head.
“To capture a tiger, you must first enter its den. Isn’t that a saying your humans use often? Look at the others in the cabin, isn’t everyone willing to risk their lives for treasures?” The Red Fire Azure Bird said disdainfully.
White Mitchell shook his head, “No one would fight you to the death if they knew they would die, myself included.
“But you have no other choice now, do you? You cannot turn back now. You either co-operate with me, or you wait and die.” The Red Fire Azure Bird proclaimed angrily.
White Mitchell laughed playfully upon hearing this, it was exactly the reaction he desired.
He was well aware that Bald Dragon Island was much more dangerous than it appeared on the surface, and it would be hard to obtain anything of value relying solely on his own strength.
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However, if the Red Fire Azure Bird were to assist him, the situation would be entirely different.
The only reason he had spoken as such was to make the Red Fire Azure Bird voluntarily propose co-operation, so the initiative would always be in his hands.
With this in mind, White Mitchell feigned difficulties and said, “Alright, since you insist, I can only reluctantly agree to co-operate with you.”
“You are reluctantly agreeing to cooperate? The opportunity to work with me is a blessing you’ve spent eight lifetimes cultivating. If it were anyone else, think I would give them the time of day?” The Red Fire Azure Bird replied irritably.
White Mitchell chuckled lightly, following which he looked serious and said, “Alright, let’s cut to the chase. Since you now need something from me, you should follow my instructions for what comes next. All you need to do is tell me what you know, I’ll handle the rest.”
“You!”
The Red Fire Azure Bird was left speechless, feeling somewhat deceived.
However, before it could finish its sentence, the previously calm cabin started to shake again.
This time, the tremors were even fiercer, causing the passengers in the cabin to become anxious once again.
“Where are the people from the Treasure Pavilion? We’ve handed over so many spirit stones, shouldn’t they be providing us with some explanation under these circumstances?!”
“Exactly! Where have all the people from the Treasure Pavilion gone? Don’t tell me they plan to just leave us here to die?!”
“Get out here, people from the Treasure Pavilion, roll out…”
The cabin was filled with sounds of resentment. Suddenly, a beam of light flashed through the previously pitch-black cabin.
The cabin then became as bright as day.
What the…
The passengers were momentarily stunned, before they all turned to look in the same direction.
The people from the Treasure Pavilion were standing in front of everyone with cold expressions.
The person at the front was the Captain of the Spirit Boat.
“So, do we at the Treasure Pavilion need to explain our actions to you lot?!” The Captain stated indifferently.
This man was named Zachary, a strong man at the Innate Nine Stages.
No one on the whole Spirit Boat could match his strength.
Even people from the four large cities would behave respectfully in his presence, let alone those on the boat.
The complaints from the passengers earlier were simply venting their frustrations.
In the face of Zachary, they dare not utter a word, let alone complain.
Those who had just complained immediately put on smiles and tried to placate Zachary, “Captain Zachary, please be merciful. They were just being rash and definitely didn’t mean to offend you.”
The moment these words were uttered, everyone in the cabin was taken aback.
What the hell is going on?
Just now, you were the one yelling the most and cursing the hardest. But now that people from the Treasure Pavilion are present, you’re suddenly distancing yourself?
Old fox!
Despicable!
Dog!
Everyone in the cabin gave these men scornful glances.
Zachary simply snorted and didn’t bother to give these turncoats another glance.
Even though it was pitch black in the cabin earlier, his ears were still sharp.
He knew exactly who had said what.
These people want to gain his favor?
Ridiculous!
Upon seeing Zachary’s indifferent face, those trying to please him felt awkward and moved aside silently, not daring to utter another word.
After casually dealing with these people, Zachary turned to the rest of the passengers and began to speak, “The reason I am here is to inform everyone of something important.
The danger that we’re facing this time is not merely a storm, but the spiritual beast lurking at the bottom of the lake, which is now attacking.
Although we have the protection of the Spirit Boat’s formation, we are, after all, on the water.
Out here, we’re just a sitting duck, left at the mercy of the spiritual beast from beneath the lake.”
What…?
As these words were uttered, the crowd present showed looks of surprise, and someone couldn’t help but panic, asking: “Captain Zachary, what on earth is happening? I’ve visited Bald Dragon Island many times, but I’ve never heard about attacks on Spirit Boats by spiritual beasts from the lake bottom.
Wasn’t it said that the formations of the spirit boat could shield us, eliminating all traces of aura and preventing attacks from spiritual beasts?
What exactly is happening now? Can we turn back?”
Listening to these words, people present turned an expectant gaze towards Zachary.
Now, the spiritual beast from beneath the lake suddenly emerged to attack the Spirit Boat.
It’s not good news. It suggests that Bald Dragon Island might also be affected.
Perhaps Bald Dragon Island is even more dangerous than usual now.
In such a situation, it’s definitely better to land on the island.
However, in response to their inquiries, Zachary could only shake his head: “We can’t go back now; the way back is blocked by the spiritual beast.
If we try to turn back now, the spiritual beast from the lake bottom could easily shatter our Spirit Boat.
Our only chance of survival is to land on the island as soon as possible!”
Land…land on the island?
Upon hearing this, the crowd couldn’t help but exchange worried glances.
Land on the island now? Should we even land on the island now?
We could end up dying in some unknown way.
Could it be that we really are going to end up in the belly of a fish?
With these thoughts, the atmosphere on the scene instantly dropped to freezing point, and everyone’s hearts started to flutter.
Seeing this, Zachary shook his head in disappointment: “It’s not time to despair yet. I came here this time to seek everyone’s help.
The previous attacks caused some damage to the Spirit Boat’s formation, and the Spirit Stones we had prepared earlier are now insufficient to power the formation.
From now on, if we wish to continue sailing, we’ll need everyone’s help.”
Help?
The crowd looked at Zachary with confusion.
Seeing this, Zachary continued: “The formation of the Spirit Boat needs everyone to pour their power into it. Everyone, in groups of ten, will take turns infusing power into the formation.
In this way, we might be able to make it to the shore.
Otherwise, we’ll all die here before we can go ashore.”
Whoosh!
With these words, the hearts of the crowd couldn’t help but thump.
But since Zachary said so, they all had no choice but to do as told.
Thus, Zachary divided the people into several teams, then took turns guiding them into the control room to infuse power into the Spirit Boat’s formation.
White Mitchell’s group was no exception.
However, using this method was barely sufficient to hold up the ship’s formation.
If they keep going like this, they will likely exhaust their spiritual power before the Spirit Boat docks.
When that happens, without the formation of the Spirit Boat, the spiritual beasts of the lake will come crashing in.
Everyone on the boat will perish, ending up in the belly of a fish.
White Mitchell noticed this and couldn’t help but glance at Zachary.
Obviously, Zachary also knew this, but he chose not to tell everyone the whole truth.
He was well aware that if he shared this news, it would cause pandemonium in the boat.
Then, death would come even faster.
Therefore, he had to maintain a calm demeanor to secure a slim chance of survival.
“After another round, I expect everyone’s spiritual power will be exhausted.” White Mitchell quietly approached Zachary.
Hmm!?
Zachary frowned upon hearing those words and looked at White Mitchell with distaste: “What are you suggesting!?”
“We wouldn’t be able to reach Bald Dragon Island before everyone exhausts their spiritual power, would we, Captain Zachary?” White Mitchell put it bluntly.
Whoosh!
At these words, Zachary’s eyelids twitched, his face suddenly sank, and he looked at White Mitchell indifferently: “What are you rambling about!? Do you believe I’ll toss you right now?”
White Mitchell responded calmly, “You know very well whether what I said is true or not. We can’t make it to Bald Dragon Island anyway. If you throw me overboard now, it’s the same as being eaten by a spiritual beast later, isn’t it?”
On hearing this, Zachary’s face darkened even more, “What the hell are you trying to say? Quit beating around the bush, speak clearly!”
“I can make this spirit boat land safely!” White Mitchell interjected.
What!?
Zachary paused, a flash of delight flickered in his eyes, but then his face quickly turned cold again, “Such arrogance! With just you? Alone? Or with the assistance of your sidekicks here?
Don’t think I don’t know. The people from the Four Great Cities have their eyes on you. The moment the boat reaches the shore, you’re a dead man.
You’re doing this so that I’ll protect you? Unfortunately, you’ve miscalculated!
We at the Treasure Pavilion won’t get involved in your disputes. Give up that idea early on.
Moreover…”
Zachary chose not to finish his sentence. He wanted to say that it’s still uncertain whether they could even reach the shore or not.
The spirit boat he’s sailing is different from Mr. Leon’s spirit boat.
Mr. Leon’s spirit boat is sponsored by the Four Rich Families. Not to mention, each of Mr. Leon’s party is a master of wealth with numerous experts by their side.
With them on board, it wouldn’t be a problem for their spirit boat to reach the shore.
However, his spirit boat isn’t comparable to Mr. Leon and his group’s.
Just like White Mitchell had said, even if everyone channeled their spiritual power into the formation, it wouldn’t make any difference. They would all die in the end.
But these were things Zachary dared not and could not say. Should the people panic, there would be no chance of survival.
Now Zachary was trying to hold on for as long as possible. Maybe, the people from the Treasure Pavilion might send aid. Then, there might still be a glimmer of hope.
In response to Zachary’s sarcasm, White Mitchell showed an unconcerned expression, then continued: “Captain Zachary, you are right. I indeed want the people from the Treasure Pavilion to protect us when we disembark.
However, I believe this deal would be profitable for you. Saving me would require just a word from you. On the other hand, I would be saving both your life and the lives of everyone else.
Doesn’t this negotiation seem advantageous?”
“Enough with your drivel. A brat like you with an Innate Fourth Stage at most—no matter how much power you dump into the formation, how much difference would it make? Even with the addition of your little friends, your combined spiritual power is less than mine alone. How dare you make such a boast in front of me?” Zachary said dismissively.
White Mitchell shook his head. “What if I could stop the spiritual beasts from attacking the spirit boat? In this case, we wouldn’t need the formation to dock safely, would we?”
You have a way to prevent the spiritual beasts from attacking the spirit boat?
Zachary was momentarily taken aback, then looked at White Mitchell with a frown, “What’s your plan?”
White Mitchell pointed to Lucy not far away and started speaking, “That person over there is a genius from the Beast Controlling Sect, last name Lu.”
A genius from the Beast Controlling Sect?
Zachary skeptically looked at Lucy, then glanced back at White Mitchell: “You’re telling me that a genius from the Beast Controlling Sect is hanging out with you, a nobody? Don’t joke around!
If you truly had such a powerful background, wouldn’t the people from the Four Great Cities come to curry favor with you, instead of becoming your enemies?”
“That’s none of your concern. You just need to decide whether or not you’re willing to take the risk. After all, if I can’t deliver, there’s still time for you to throw me in the lake to feed the fish, right?” White Mitchell said confidently.
Zachary’s brows furrowed as he began to waver.
To be honest, he was unsure as well.
He wasn’t sure whether the reinforcements from the Treasure Pavilion would be able to arrive before the spirit boat was destroyed.
Actually, he acknowledged the slim chances of this situation.
Now their escape route was blocked by the spiritual beasts. It would be very difficult for the spirit boats of the Treasure Pavilion to get close.
Only when these spiritual beasts retreat would the reinforcements from the Treasure Pavilion possibly be able to arrive.
However, by then, they might already be lost to the depths of the lake.
Waiting for other spirit boats that managed to dock to come to their aid clearly isn’t a wise move either.
After all, those who managed to dock would surely be exhausted. They wouldn’t have the extra power to come to their aid.
All signs point to their trip being filled with more danger than hope.
Upon this reflection, Zachary looked at White Mitchell again, took a deep breath, and reconfirmed, “You really can make the spiritual beasts refrain from attacking our spirit boat?”
“If words are without proof, why don’t I just give it a try, and then you’ll know?” White Mitchell said lightly.
“Alright!”
Zachary gritted his teeth hard, made up his mind, and said: “Then I’ll let you give it a try, we can only hope for the best. If you can save the Spirit Boat, I’ll protect you myself, even if the Treasure Pavilion does not!”
“But let me make this clear first, if you dare to fool me, I guarantee that before the ship is destroyed and people are dead, I will throw you out to feed the fish!”
“Tell me, what do you need me to do?”
“Captain Zachary, congratulations, you’ve made a wise choice.” White Mitchell smiled.
Zachary rolled his eyes in annoyance: “Don’t get too cocky just yet, everything depends on your performance.”
“Of course.” White Mitchell smiled, and then seriously instructed Zachary: “Next, please ask everyone else to leave the matrix chamber. Before we dock, I don’t want anyone to disturb me.”
“As for my friend, I hope Captain Zachary will take care of them. Otherwise, once something happens to my friends, I will not continue to save you all.”
“Alright! It’s a deal!”
Zachary absolutely stated that, then promptly turned around, ushering everyone out of the matrix room, including the people from the Treasure Pavilion.
Seeing this scene, everyone was left with an utterly confused expression.
What’s going on?
If everyone’s asked to leave, who will operate the formation?
Could it be, Zachary has given up?
Is he just going to let things slide?
Thinking of this, everyone’s brows furrowed deeply. Before they could figure out the details, they saw White Mitchell walking straight into the matrix room.
What…???
Seeing this, everyone became even more confused.
What on earth is going on?
After chasing everyone out, White Mitchell is allowed to enter?
Could it be, he’s planning to hand over the Spirit Boat’s matrix to White Mitchell alone?
What a joke!
What kind of realm does White Mitchell reside in? Could his power alone maintain such a large matrix?
Not to mention one White Mitchell, even ten of him couldn’t hold it together!
What on earth is Zachary thinking?
For a time, everyone expressed their confusion, and many people started discussing the fact that Zachary was gambling with their lives.
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“Captain Zachary, don’t let that young man fool you with his clever words!”
“Yeah, Captain Zachary, our lives are in your hands. You can’t trust that young man.”
“Exactly, that young man has no way out for himself, I think he just wants to drag us all down with him, his heart is malicious…”
Everyone started advising Zachary.
However, in the face of everyone’s advice, Zachary was visibly impatient.
These guys had no clue how critical the situation was.
But they couldn’t say these things directly, and for a time Zachary became frustrated.
“Shut up! All of you, just shut up!”
Eventually, Zachary couldn’t bear their incessant chatter any longer and unleashed his own aura, effectively silencing them all.
“Do I need you to tell me how to do things? Do you want the Spirit Boat? Do you want to drive it? Can you even drive it?” Zachary retorted impatiently.
This….
At his words, the ones who started the talks shut their mouths, unable to utter a word.
Seeing this, Zachary spat out in anger, “A bunch of cowards! Useless people, even a young man is more composed than you all. What’s there to panic about, isn’t my life more precious than yours?
I haven’t said a word and you’re all making a fuss here.
All of you, sit down right now! Whoever dares to make a fuss, I’ll immediately throw him out to feed the fish!”
Having said that, Zachary looked towards the God of Heaven War trio, and then said: “You three, come with me. This place is too stifling, it’s not suitable for you.”
The God of Heaven War trio nodded, then followed Zachary.
But just at this moment, with a loud bang, the Spirit Boat seemed to be hit by something, causing it to shake violently…
